Mission Queen Pineapple and Queen Pineapple

News: The Government recently launched the “Mission Queen Pineapple” for pineapple cultivation and value chain development in the State of Tripura. About Mission Queen Pineapple and Queen Pineapple About Mission ‘Queen Pineapple’ It is an initiative for pineapple cultivation and value chain development in Tripura. Duration: The Mission is designed as a three-year implementation roadmap… Continue reading Mission Queen Pineapple and Queen Pineapple

‘Nirbhay Raho’ Initiative

News: Ministry of Panchayati Raj conducts Training of Trainers Program under ‘Nirbhay Raho’ Initiative to strengthen Women’s Safety in Rural Areas. About ‘Nirbhay Raho’ Initiative Initiative by: “Nirbhay Raho” is an initiative implemented by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj under the Nirbhaya Fund in collaboration with the Ministry of Women and Child Development and the… Continue reading ‘Nirbhay Raho’ Initiative

NeSDA 2025 Portal

News: The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) launched the National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment (NeSDA), 2025 Portal. About NeSDA 2025 Portal It will serve as a centralized platform to collect data online provided by the States, UTs and Central Ministries. Launched by: It has been launched by the Department of Administrative Reforms… Continue reading NeSDA 2025 Portal

Gynacantha khasiaca

News: Gynacantha khasiaca, a rare dragonfly, has resurfaced in Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district, about 600 km east of where it was first recorded 110 years ago. About Gynacantha khasiaca It is commonly known as the long-tailed duskhawker. Family: Aeshnidae Order: Odonata (dragonflies & damselflies) Ecological role: It is crucial component of freshwater ecosystems, as predators… Continue reading Gynacantha khasiaca

India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Train and Hydrogen Fuel Cell (HFC)

News: In a major step towards green and sustainable transportation, Indian Railways has approved the introduction of a 10-car Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based trainset on the dedicated Jind-Sonipat section of Northern Railway. About India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Train Indian Railways has approved the introduction of a 10-car Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based trainset. Dedicated route: The train will… Continue reading India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Train and Hydrogen Fuel Cell (HFC)

National Health Accounts Estimates for India 2022-23

News: Government expenditure on healthcare has nearly tripled over the last decade to Rs. 3.85 lakh crore in 2022-23, while out-of-pocket spending by households on treatment has declined significantly, according to the National Health Accounts (NHA) estimates released by the Union Health Ministry . About National Health Accounts Estimates for India 2022-23 Released by: Ministry… Continue reading National Health Accounts Estimates for India 2022-23

SARTHAK PDS Scheme

News: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the continuation of the “Scheme for Assistance in Ration Transport and Handling-Income with Automation in PDS” (SARTHAK PDS) as an umbrella scheme, in the 16th  Finance Commission cycle award period, with an outlay of Rs. 25,530 crore as Central share. About SARTHAK PDS Scheme Full name:… Continue reading SARTHAK PDS Scheme

Mekedatu Project and Arkavathi River

News: The Supreme Court dismissed Tamil Nadu’s review petition against the Mekedatu project and rejected its request for open court hearing. About Mekedatu Project The Mekedatu Project is a multi-purpose balancing reservoir and drinking water project initiated by the Government of Karnataka. Location: The project is located near Kanakapura in Ramanagara district, Karnataka, about 90… Continue reading Mekedatu Project and Arkavathi River

Cleavable Light-Erased Antibody Reporter (CLEAR) Platform

News: Researchers at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research developed the CLEAR platform for high-resolution protein mapping. About Cleavable Light-Erased Antibody Reporter (CLEAR) Platform Cleavable Light-Erased Antibody Reporter (CLEAR): It is a novel spatial protein imaging platform that enables visualization and mapping of a large number of proteins within the same sample. Developed… Continue reading Cleavable Light-Erased Antibody Reporter (CLEAR) Platform

High-Level Committee on Demographic Change

News: The Government of India constituted a High-Level Committee to study demographic changes caused by illegal immigration and other abnormal reasons. About High-Level Committee on Demographic Change The High-Level Committee on Demographic Change is a government committee formed to scientifically study demographic changes in India. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) Aim: The Committee… Continue reading High-Level Committee on Demographic Change

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